Mark Fischer
About Mark Fischer
Mark Fischer is a Senior Associate at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, specializing in payments, clearing, and digital assets. He has extensive experience in financial policy research, having previously worked at the Federal Reserve, U.S. Treasury, International Monetary Fund, and The Brookings Institution.
Current Role at Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Mark Fischer serves as a Senior Associate in the Payments, Clearing, and Digital Assets division at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. He has held this position since 2020. In this role, he focuses on strategy and analysis for large value payment systems and clearing infrastructures, specializing in high-value financial transactions. His work involves policy research related to digital assets, an area that is increasingly significant in financial markets.
Previous Experience at Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Prior to his current role, Mark Fischer worked as an Associate in Global Bank Analysis at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York from 2016 to 2020. During this four-year tenure, he contributed to the analysis of global banking systems and their implications for the U.S. economy, enhancing his expertise in financial stability and regulatory frameworks.
Background in Research and Analysis
Mark Fischer has extensive experience in research and analysis within various financial institutions. He worked as a Research Assistant at the U.S. Treasury in the Office of the Chief Economist for ten months in 2011-2012. He also served as a Research Analyst at the International Monetary Fund from 2012 to 2016, where he focused on economic research and policy analysis.
Educational Qualifications
Mark Fischer holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Florida State University, where he studied Music, German, and Business Administration. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Arts degree in International Finance and Economics from The George Washington University. His academic background supports his analytical capabilities in finance and economics.
Consulting Experience
In addition to his roles in government and financial institutions, Mark Fischer worked as a Consultant at The Brookings Institution for two months in 2012. This experience allowed him to engage with policy research and contribute to discussions on economic issues, further broadening his expertise in the field.